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John Mayer will make his highly anticipated India debut on January 22, 2026, performing live at Mumbai's Mahalaxmi Racecourse. Organized by BookMyShow Live, this one-night-only concert marks a significant cultural milestone for the nation's live music scene. Seven-time Grammy award-winning musician John Mayer will bring his long-awaited live performance to India for the first time on January 22, 2026. The one-night-only concert will take place at Mumbai's Mahalaxmi Racecourse, organised by BookM
Ed Sheeran, Shah Rukh Khan, and Arijit Singh unite for a song?: Fans worldwide have been enthralled by British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's recent trip to India, particularly because of his encounters with Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan and Arijit Singh. Sheeran posted some sweet moments of friendship on Instagram, including Shah Rukh Khan jokingly repeating the hook of Sheeran's upcoming song "Sapphire," and a calm coffee conversation with Arijit Singh on a barge. Sheeran immersed himself in Indi ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) R D Burman had already made four films, all forgotten and with them their music, when he came up with "Teesri Manzil", the 1966 Shammi Kapoor starrer that broke all traditions of Hindi cinema music and is testament to the talent of the ever-experimenting genius. Burman, one of India's most versatile composers, would have been 86 on Friday. Also Read | 'Bepanaah' Teaser Out: Tiger Shroff Gives Fans a Sneak Peek of Upcoming Song With Captivating Instagram Teaser. With songs that ranged from romantic to rock, the "Teesri Manzil" album was an instrumentalist's dream, a s ...Read More >
Ed Sheeran has collaborated with Indian musicians for his new project. Ed Sheeran/ Instagram Mumbai: Popstar Ed Sheeran has unveiled Play - The Remixes EP, a new project that features collaborations with some of India's most celebrated artists, including Karan Aujla, Arijit Singh, Jonita Gandhi, Hanumankind, Dhee and composer Santhosh Narayanan. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) The four-track EP reimagines songs from Sheeran's chart-topping ninth album ...Read More >
Grammy-winning artist Pitbull's much-awaited return to India has been cancelled, with organisers citing "operational constraints" as the reason behind the decision. The 'I'm Back' India Tour, which was announced just days ago, had scheduled performances in Gurugram on December 6 and Hyderabad on December 8. Both shows have now been called off, disappointing fans who were eagerly looking forward to seeing the global hitmaker live. The cancellation comes less than a week after tickets went on sale ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 4 (PTI) "Tum Hi Ho" singer Arijit Singh has edged past global pop stars Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran to emerge the most followed artist on music streaming platform Spotify with 151 million followers. American singer Swift, one of the biggest names in the pop music circuit, is in second place with 139.6 million followers and Britain's Sheeran, who came out with his India-set track "Sapphire" recently, is at number three with 121 million, according to the listing released by data tracking websites Chartmasters and Volt.fm this week. The websites provide in-depth analysis of artis ...Read More >
As Enrique Iglesias makes his comeback to India, rumours are swirling that he may make a crossover with Bollywood's superstar. As per reports, Shah Rukh Khan and Enrique Iglesias could join forces for a song in SRK's highly anticipated film King. The Spanish singer is currently in Mumbai for a two-night concert, and reports suggest that a possible meet-up with the actor could spark a one-of-a-kind musical collaboration. Naturally, the idea has social media buzzing with anticipation. The specu ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 29 (ANI): Pop star Enrique Iglesias is set to perform two back-to-back shows in Mumbai this October after tickets for his first concert sold out within just a few hours of going live. The first show, scheduled for October 30, saw a huge response from fans across the country, prompting organisers EVA Live to add another concert on October 29 at the same venue -- MMRDA Grounds, BKC. Tickets for the show are exclusively available on the District App. Also Read | Shefali Jariwala Passes Away: Varun Dhawan Slams Media Fraternity Over Insensitive Coverage of Demi ...Read More >
Grammy Award winner Pitbull is set to electrify Indian audiences with concerts in Gurugram on December 6 and Hyderabad on December 8 as part of his 'I'm Back' tour. This marks the rapper's return to India, where he has previously performed multiple times, including at the IPL opening ceremony and a high-profile wedding. American rapper and Grammy Award winner Pitbull is set for concerts in Indian cities, including Gurugram and Hyderabad. The musician will first perform at HUDA Grounds in Gurugr ...Read More >
Rod Stewart is the first act confirmed for Glastonbury 2025, with the festival announcing the rock star will play the Legends slot on the Pyramid Stage. The appearance will mark 23 years after his last performance at the festival. Sir Rod, 79, will play the famous Sunday teatime 'legends' slot, following in the footsteps of Shania Twain in 2024. Rod told the BBC that he was 'proud and ready' to play at the festival, adding that - at the age of 79 - he was 'more than able to pleasure and titillate' the crowd. He previously headlined the festival in 2002, alongside Coldplay and Stereophonics ...Read More >
There were emotional scenes at the red carpet of The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical last night, after Sir Elton John revealed he can no longer see. The 77-year-old star's husband David Furnish guided him around the premiere as he was supported by stars including Liz Hurley. He recently admitted he has not been able to see out of his right eye for months, and his left eye 'is not the greatest', following a severe infection. However, Sir Elton didn't appear to have a care in the world as he cheerfully posed for pictures for the musical launch in London on Sunday, despite previously struggling t ...Read More >
A pop superstar for nearly a decade and a half, Ed Sheeran is always mindful of what -- and who -- is coming up next. On the first track of "Play," his eighth studio album, out Friday, he raps a verse about the anxieties that have wracked him in recent years, including the loss of two close friends, his wife's cancer scare and the legal challenges to his songwriting credits. But on "Opening," he's also puffing his chest about his successes, his influence and what feels like a light wariness abou ...Read More >
Shahid K Abbas New Delhi, Apr 7 (UNI) There are some melodies that never fade -- they linger in the air, travel across time, and quietly return to you when you least expect them. Such was the music of Ravi Shankar, the legendary sitar virtuoso whose artistry not only defined Indian classical music for generations but carried its soul to every corner of the world. Born on April 7, 1920, and leaving behind a universe of sound on December 11, 2012, Ravi Shankar was more than a musician -- he was a ...Read More >
American rapper Travis Scott will perform in Mumbai. The show is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at Mahalaxmi Race Course. Tickets go on sale July 19, 2025, on BookMyShow. The Circus Maximus World Tour 2025 includes six countries. It begins in Johannesburg and ends in Mumbai. Attendees under 16 are restricted from certain ticket categories.American rapper Travis Scott, who is heading to India for his maiden tour, has added another show to his line-up in the country. After his India debut perform ...Read More >
Guwahati: It has been a full month since the shocking and mysterious death of Assam's most beloved cultural icon, Zubeen Garg, and yet the state continues to tremble with grief, disbelief, and growing rage. Exactly one month ago, the legendary singer Zubeen Garg died in Singapore on September 19, 2025, while swimming in the sea under mysterious circumstances. Streets, campuses, and social media platforms still echo with a single cry: #JusticeForZubeenGarg. What began as a moment of mourning has evolved into a people's movement, an emotional uprising blending art, politics, and collective co ...Read More >
Tickets for Lollapalooza India 2026 sold out in just 30 minutes after the general sale opened, following the announcement that Linkin Park will make their long-awaited India debut, headlining the festival as part of their From Zero World Tour. The band will take the stage at Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai on January 25, 2026, bringing their signature high-energy performance to an eagerly awaiting Indian audience. As per reports, the announcement was made through a newsletter to fans, complete wi ...Read More >
New Delhi: With 151 million followers, Arijit Singh has become the the most followed artist on music streaming platform Spotify after global pop stars Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran. American singer Taylor Swift is in second place with 139.6 million followers and Britain's Ed Sheeran is in third spot with 121 million followers, as per data tracking websites Chartmasters and Volt.fm, as reported by news agency PTI. The websites provide in-depth analysis of artists' commercial success, streaming data and overall popularity on Spotify. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Nov 10 (UNI) Global music icon Akon made a sensational return to Delhi, setting the stage ablaze with his electrifying performance and making the crowd groove to his infectious beats. The Grammy-nominated singer had fans singing and dancing along to his biggest hits from the 2000s and 2010s, including "Smack That," "Lonely," "Right Now," "Bananza," "Ghetto," "I Wanna Love You," and "Don't Matter." The concert opened with his 2009 chart-topper "Beautiful," instantly creating the perfect mood before ramping up the energy with fan favourites. Adding a heartwarming touch to the high-o ...Read More >
Bhopal: Ahead of the Supreme Court hearing from September 23, an all-party meeting was hosted by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday at his official residence, where a formal resolution to ensure the full 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) has been unanimously adopted, marking a decisive shift in the state's legal and administrative posture. Backed by all major parties, the resolution affirms that the remaining 13% of the quota, on top of the 14% already implemented, must be secured through a coordinated legal strategy and judicial affirmation, Yadav told repo ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 12 (PTI) International pop icon Ed Sheeran released his latest album "Play" on Friday and said he is immensely proud of it. Sheeran, known for his songs such as "Shape of You", "Bad Habits", and "Thinking Out Loud", penned a note on his Instagram handle, sharing a series of pictures and videos of him working on the album. The 34-year-old singer said "Play" is the album that celebrates "love, life, culture, exploring, creativity and technicolour". "'Play' is the album that's made me fall in love with fun again. Writing and recording 'Subtract' was so cathartic but also so heav ...Read More >
New Delhi | June 28, 2025 - Wrestling retirements often feel like intermissions. Legends return for one more match, one more pop. But John Cena, arguably WWE's biggest superstar of the modern era, is looking to rewrite that narrative. Also Read: This is How Much 'Squid Game 3' is Offering as Prize Money! Currently on his farewell tour with WWE, the 16-time world champion has officially declared that his in-ring career will end in December 2025 -- and this time, it's for real. Appearing on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Cena addressed the skepticism surrounding WWE retirements with cand ...Read More >
Music lovers, get ready to dive into nostalgia as the global hitmaker, Akon, is all set to enthral the audience in India with his special tour. In November, Akon will perform in Delhi (November 9), Bengaluru (November 14), and Mumbai (November 16). Excited about the tour, Akon in a press note said, "India has always shown me so much love -- it's like a second home. The energy, the culture, the fans... it's on another level. I'm beyond excited to be back and perform live for y'all. This tour is g ...Read More >
The festival promises an exhilarating opening evening featuring a stellar lineup of melodic storytellers. On October 4-5, 2025, Jio World Garden in Mumbai will transform into the ultimate Bollywood music extravaganza as YES BANK Bollywood Music Project 2025 returns for its mammoth eighth edition. The highly anticipated Mumbai edition of Asia's largest Bollywood music festival will unfold over a non-stop marathon featuring more than 30 of the industry's most iconic voices and innovators. Spanning ...Read More >
He knew the crowd had come for FE!N, and Travis Scott made sure no one left disappointed. In his debut performance at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the rapper, known to fans as La Flame, brought a full-scale spectacle of fire, sound and stagecraft - one rarely seen in the city.'This is my first time in this beautiful country'Despite a ticket resale chaos, the Diwali weekend clash, and fans debating whether to skip the show, Travis took the stage on a night when Delhi's streets were already ja ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Taylor Swift doesn't just release an album. She builds a story, a treasure hunt, and a marketing masterclass all at once. Her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, announced in the early hours of Tuesday (India time), is no exception. The lead-up started with a mysterious countdown on her official website. Fans noticed the timer would hit zero on the 12th day of the month at exactly 12:12 a.m. ET - and speculation went into overdrive. By the time the clock ran out, Swift was sitting across from her boyfriend Travis Kelce on his New Heights podcast, revealing the album title he ...Read More >
Ed Sheeran Shillong tickets: Music fans had barely healed from the wounds of missing out on Coldplay concert tickets in November, and they had to face the same situation again. This time, for Ed Sheeran's India tour, which will come to Shillong and other major cities in 2025. Fans have been disappointed after they failed to grab tickets for Ed Sheeran's concert in Shillong. While several netizens took to X to check if anyone was reselling tickets, some simply lashed out at Book My Show, the official ticket partners for the Ed Sheeran concert. "Anyone know where I can get tickets to Ed Sheera ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): 'Someone please give Ed Sheeran an Aadhaar card,' quipped Indian fans after seeing the British singer's desi avatar in his new track 'Sapphire'. Ed has often expressed his love for India. And now with his song 'Sapphire', he once again embraced Indian culture, trying his hand at the Punjabi language. Shot across several locations in India during his tour, the song's video shows Ed exploring Indian streets, visiting iconic landmarks, and bonding with a group of young soccer players. His song has all those elements that are enough to bring a smile to the faces ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30 (ANI): Grammy Award-winning artist John Mayer is all set to come to India for his debut show. He is set to perform in Mumbai on January 22, 2026 at Mahalaxmi Racecourse. Produced and promoted by BookMyShow Live, his upcoming gig promises not only faithful renditions of beloved tracks but also the spontaneous bursts of musicianship that have come to define his live performances across the globe, as per the organisers. Excited to enthral the Indian audience, John Mayer, in a press note, said, "India has long been on my list of places to play, not just f ...Read More >
A knockoff bottle of Yves Saint Laurent's "Opium" perfume landed an Indian immigrant in handcuffs and into an Arkansas jail cell where he allegedly spent the next three days without food or rest, standing beside a pile of stinking human faeces. Kapil Raghu, 28, was pulled over by Benton police officers one day in May this year, and what started as a routine traffic stop quickly escalated into a nightmare for him. The officers found "Opium" in his car's centre console and despite Raghu pleading t ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 29 (ANI): Pop star Enrique Iglesias is set to perform two back-to-back shows in Mumbai this October after tickets for his first concert sold out within just a few hours of going live. The first show, scheduled for October 30, saw a huge response from fans across the country, prompting organisers EVA Live to add another concert on October 29 at the same venue -- MMRDA Grounds, BKC. Tickets for the show are exclusively available on the District App. 'I've missed performing in India. The fans there are some of the most loyal and passionate in the world. Since ...Read More >
Mumbai- Lollapalooza is coming to India for its fourth run, bringing several popular artists such as Linkin Park with it. The American rock band has made it official; they're coming to India for the first time with their guitars revved up on January 25, 2026. Hopefully fans will be rocking it out with them at Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai. The announcement was made through a newsletter shared to fans, with Linkin Park co-founder even stating -- "India has been somewhere we've wanted to play for a long time. Our fans there are incredibly passionate and we can't wait to finally bring our live ...Read More >